As the leader of the Goro Pirates in Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza, Majima carries the critical task of overseeing his diverse crew. These members form the core of the Goromaru, providing essential support for its defense and combat capabilities.Without a dependable crew, even the most formidable armaments can leave you vulnerable on the high seas.
In this article, I’ve curated a list of the top crew members to acquire in Pirate Yakuza. These characters not only aided me in defeating the formidable Devil Fleet and the Amon crew but also contributed towards earning the coveted Platinum Trophy.
The rankings of these crew members are influenced by my personal preferences based on character appeal, as all characters exhibit impressive statistics and shared abilities.
12. There
Kson’s Sailing The Seas
| First Mate Trait | Strait Racer Kiwami: Adds two more fuel stocks. |
| Squad Leader Traits | Encouragement: Enhances health recovery slightly. |
| How To Unlock | Achieve max friendships with 30 different Aloha Links. |
Kei, returning from Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, reunites with Majima and plays a pivotal role in helping him acclimatize to life in Hawaii. To unlock her, maxing out your Aloha Links is crucial. Surprisingly, despite the occasionally annoying nature of her personality, her stats are notably impressive.
Given her early availability and exceptional Ship Upkeep stat with an S rank at min-max levels, Kei is certainly a valuable addition to any crew.
11. Julie
A Mechanic On The Seas
| First Mate Trait | First-rate Mechanic Kiwami: Increases repair uses by 2. |
| Squad Leader Traits | Motivation: Slightly boosts attack. |
| How To Unlock | Craft 3 cannons/machine guns for the Goromaru at her shop. |
Julie returns as a key character from Infinite Wealth, acting as the primary contact for upgrades on your ship’s weaponry.Unlocking her requires crafting three cannons, which may involve some resource grinding, but she earns her place in the crew with her impressive S-rating at min-max levels.
10. Yappi-Kun
A Cute Robot With a Bloodlust
| First Mate Trait | – |
| Squad Leader Traits | Strenuous Effort: Enhances attack. |
| How To Unlock | Purchase from Madlantis Gambling Hall Prize Exchange for 1500 chips. |
The introduction of this charming yet deadly robot as a crew member came as a surprise, as many expected Yappi-kun to be confined to side roles in mini-games.
With an S-rating in attack, Yappi-kun excels in combat scenarios, making him a formidable ally for boarding parties.If you’re willing to invest 1500 chips, I highly recommend acquiring him from the Madlantis vendor.
9. Dread Pirate Hook
I Forgive Him. Do You?
| First Mate Trait | – |
| Squad Leader Traits | Frenzy: Accelerates Heat charge. |
| How To Unlock | Complete the “Captain’s Return”substory. |
Dread Pirate Hook cycles back into the fray, providing a compelling redemption narrative post his skirmishes with Ichiban from Infinite Wealth. Publicizing the compassionate side of Majima, he recruits Hook as a part of the Goro Pirates.
Hook serves as a solid member for boarding parties with an unexpected S-rating in attack at maximum levels.Make sure to explore his capabilities when assembling your crew.
8. Chitose Buster Holmes
She Doesn’t Sugarcoat It
| First Mate Trait | Strait Racer: Adds an extra fuel stock. |
| Squad Leader Traits | Defender: Enhances defense and health recovery. |
| How To Unlock | Available to purchase from Kamulop Fortunes for 15 points. |
Returning after her stint as a Poundmates summon, Chitose Buster Holmes is notable for her utility within the crew.Her Defender trait is a game-changer, allowing for significantly improved defense in intense battles.
7. Fumiya Sugiura
The Skateboarding Crusader
| First Mate Trait | Master of Stealth: Increases smoke screen uses by 1. |
| Squad Leader Traits | Chivalrous Fool: Boosts attack and accelerates Madness Gauge charging. |
| How To Unlock | Available for purchase from Kamulop Fortunes for 15 points. |
Sugiura’s integration as a character from Judgment is a joy for fans.Despite his rather underwhelming First Mate Trait, he shines as a boarding crew member with commendable S-ratings in both attack and defense.
6. Toru Higashi
Everyone’s Favorite Arcade Owner
| First Mate Trait | Strait Racer: Adds an extra stock to your fuel tank. |
| Squad Leader Traits | Consideration & Admiration: Greatly boosts health recovery and quickens Voltage Gauge charging. |
| How To Unlock | Available for purchase from Crazy Delivery Mini-Game for 15, 000 Points. |
Higashi provides essential healing support, a much-needed role in difficult late-game encounters.His Squad Leader trait is crucial for restoring crew health during battles, making him a wise choice for your crew composition.
5. Masaharu Kaito
The Yagami Detective Agency’s Finest
| First Mate Trait | Strait Racer: Adds extra fuel to your reserves. |
| Squad Leader Traits | Natural Brawler: Increases defense and improves Heat Gauge charging speed. |
| How To Unlock | Available for purchase from the Bang Bang Batting Mini-game for 90, 000 points. |
Kaito earns high praise within the RGG fandom, and his abilities reinforce that notion.His defensive capabilities are top-tier, making him a valuable asset whether placed in the Boarding crew or as a Squad Leader alongside Higashi.
4. Nishida & Minami
The Mad Dog’s Faithful & Loyal Subordinates
| Nishida | Minami | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| First Mate Trait | First-rate Mechanic Kiwami: Boosts repair uses by 2. | First Mate Trait | Sink King Kiwami: Greatly increases damage to enemy sterns. |
| Squad Leader Traits | Indomitable Will Bonded: Greatly strengthens health recovery and adds shock resistance. | Squad Leader Traits | Martial Soul Bonded: Greatly enhances attack and adds burn resistance. |
| How To Unlock | Automatically join during Chapter 3. | How To Unlock | Automatically join during Chapter 3. |
These two characters are grouped because they join your crew simultaneously during Chapter 3, and both boast impressive S-rating stats suitable for any squad composition.
Keeping Minami in the boarding crew is advantageous due to his battle traits, while Nishida’s healing capabilities are invaluable amidst tough encounters.
3. Misaki
A Dish Best Served Cold
| First Mate Trait | Master of Stealth Kiwami: Increases smoke screen uses by 2. |
| Squad Leader Traits | Succession of Will: Boosts attack and fast-tracks Voltage Gauge charging. |
| How To Unlock | Automatically join during Chapter 3. |
Misaki, who seeks vengeance for her father, is a powerful asset within the crew. Her high stats make her an ideal candidate for the Cannon Squad, though she can fit into the boarding crew as well if needed.
Her S-ratings in both Cannon Power and Ship Upkeep are crucial for successful endgame ship battles.
2. The Minato Girls
Dreamy, Enchanting & Not Worth Fumbling
| Seiko | Miss | Construction | Eat | This one |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First-rate Mechanic Kiwami: Adds 2 repair uses. | First-rate Mechanic: Adds 1 repair use. | First-rate Mechanic: Adds 1 repair use. | Master of Stealth: Adds 1 smoke screen use. | Strait Racer Kiwami: Adds 2 fuel stocks. |
| Passionate Voice: Boosts health recovery with burn and stun resistance. | Daybreak MC: Boosts attack with shock and stun resistance. | Sensuous Swell: Boosts attack with burn and shock resistance. | Unending Love: Boosts attack with poison and shock resistance. | Soothing Aura: Boosts health recovery with poison and burn resistance. |
| How To Unlock: Complete the My Dream Minato Girl substory. | ||||
Unlocking all five Minato girls at once provides a unique advantage as they each possess strong traits and beneficial resistance stats.Despite their individual strengths, they are best suited for complementary roles in your crew rather than leadership positions.
1. Taiga Saejima
For When Ya Gotta Go Balls Out
| First Mate Trait | Sink King: Increases damage delivered to enemy sterns. |
| Squad Leader Traits | Veteran Bonded: Substantially boosts attack and defense, with added stun resistance. |
| How To Unlock | Automatically join during Chapter 4. |
As Majima’s Oath brother, Taiga Saejima rightfully claims the top spot on this list, given his exceptionally high HP and impressive S-rating stats when fully leveled.
To maximize his effectiveness, focus on building your bond with him to enhance his abilities further.His Veteran Bonded trait provides extensive benefits, making him an ideal choice as a Squad Leader during critical battles.
Experiment with different team compositions to address any weaknesses in your crew and optimize your strategy for victory in Pirate Yakuza.
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